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Circuit Breakers

ZW20-12F · Outdoor vacuum circuit breaker

Outdoor vacuum circuit breaker with a sealed enclosure for distribution automation.

Voltage designation
12 kV
Selection
Rated current and breaking capacity
Rated current options
630 / 1,000 / 1,250 A
Frequency
50 Hz
Breaking current options
20 / 25 kA
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Price on enquiry · Configuration, quantity & destination

Supply scope, manufacturer information, applicable documents and warranty arrangements are confirmed in the quotation and order.

APPLICATION & DUTY

Where ZW20-12F fits

ZW20 is an outdoor vacuum circuit breaker with a sealed enclosure arrangement using SF6 insulation. Vacuum interruption and enclosure insulation perform different functions in this design. The selected mechanism, controller and protection arrangement determine the complete operating scope.

Illustrative industrial infrastructure setting
Application illustration
APPLICATION / 01

Outdoor distribution feeders

For urban, rural and industrial overhead distribution duties.

Illustrative industrial infrastructure setting
Application illustration
APPLICATION / 02

Automated switching points

For installations requiring controller-based protection and, where specified, reclosing or remote monitoring.

PRODUCT ENGINEERING

Construction & operating functions

ZW20-12F product illustration
ZW20-12FProduct illustration · Configuration varies by specification
DETAIL / 01

Vacuum interruption with gas insulation

The current-interruption function uses vacuum interrupters; the sealed enclosure uses SF6 for insulation. These functions should be identified correctly in the equipment specification.

DETAIL / 02

Sealed outdoor arrangement

The enclosure and connection arrangement are selected for the outdoor installation. Site conditions and required environmental performance should be stated.

DETAIL / 03

Spring operating mechanism

The described design uses a spring operating mechanism. Operating supply and secondary functions must match the installation control scheme.

DETAIL / 04

Configured automation

Protection, communication and reclosing functions require the selected controller and settings. They are not implied by the breaker designation alone.

DEFINE THE SELECTED ASSEMBLY

Configuration & installation interfaces

SPECIFICATION & INTEGRATIONReview equipment installation

Match the installation drawing, cable routes, clearances and electrical duty for the selected equipment.

Illustrative working scene
Electrical duty
Provide system voltage, current and required fault duties.
Control scheme
Identify trip/close supply, protection functions and automation sequence.
Installation
Specify mounting, terminals and outdoor site conditions.

Installation & connection checklist

  • Provide the network single-line diagram and protection coordination requirements.
  • Identify controller, communication and auxiliary-supply scope.
  • Confirm mounting and conductor-interface drawings.
  • Agree inspection and operating-document requirements for the selected assembly.
Operating conditions for the listed configuration
  • Altitude up to 3,000 m; ambient −40 to +40 °C.
  • Catalogue daily temperature variation: 25 °C; wind speed up to 35 m/s.
  • No explosive atmosphere, severe chemical corrosion or severe vibration.

State any different ambient temperature, altitude, humidity, dust, salt or corrosive exposure when requesting the installation-specific configuration.

RATING DATA

Technical parameters

12Parameter / configuration entries
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ParameterCatalogue value
Rated voltage12 kV
Rated frequency50 Hz
Rated current options630 / 1,000 / 1,250 A
Short-circuit breaking current options20 / 25 kA
Peak withstand/making current options50 / 63 kA
Short-time withstand (4 s) options20 / 25 kA
Mechanical life stated in catalogue10,000 operations
Rated-current breaking operations stated10,000 operations
1 min withstand, phase/earth and open gap42 / 48 kV
Lightning impulse, phase/earth and open gap75 / 85 kV
Secondary-circuit 1 min withstand2 kV
Catalogue net weight140 kg; up to 170 kg with isolating arrangement

Checked against original distribution catalogue PDF page 52. 20 and 25 kA variants correspond to 50 and 63 kA peak ratings. Ratings describe catalogue options, not every possible combination; select the complete configuration in the technical schedule.

Drawings & configuration documents

Send your selected rating and installation requirements to request the matching dimensional drawing, connection details and technical schedule.

DOCUMENTS · DELIVERY · SUPPORT

Technical coordination & after-sales enquiries

ZW20-12F product illustration
ZW20-12F · Product illustration

Confirm the order documents

Agree the selected specifications, applicable drawings, inspection records and identification requirements in the quotation and order.

Coordinate delivery

Include quantity, destination, packing requirements and preferred trade terms. Confirm transport scope and the requested delivery schedule with the quotation.

Request technical support

For an existing unit, provide its model, nameplate or order reference and a description of the issue. Include relevant photos or records already available. Warranty and service scope follow the agreed order terms.

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Price on enquiry

Quotations are prepared for the selected configuration, quantity and destination. Currency, validity, delivery terms, freight and any applicable duties or taxes are specified in the quotation.

Project procurement

New installations & project tenders

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What to prepare

Specify electrical duty, installation arrangement and the required protection coordination.

Distributor procurement

Model lists & repeat orders

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What to prepare

List complete breaker variants, pole counts, control voltages and accessory combinations.

Panel & equipment builders

Equipment integration & matching

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What to prepare

Provide mounting, terminals, operating mechanism and secondary wiring interfaces.

Repair & replacement

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What to prepare

Start with the complete nameplate and photos of terminals, mounting, secondary plug and accessories.

Illustrative enquiry scenarios.

Selection checklist for ZW20-12F
  • Nameplate and exact existing variant when replacing equipment
  • Voltage, current, short-circuit duty and protection settings
  • Pole spacing, mounting dimensions and terminal arrangement
  • Operating/control voltage, trip functions and auxiliary contacts
  • Provide the network single-line diagram and protection coordination requirements.
  • Identify controller, communication and auxiliary-supply scope.
  • Confirm mounting and conductor-interface drawings.
  • Agree inspection and operating-document requirements for the selected assembly.

From enquiry to an agreed supply

  1. Share the requirementModel, duty, quantity and destination.
  2. Review the configurationResolve ratings, interfaces and site conditions.
  3. Agree the technical scheduleScope, drawings, tests, price and delivery terms.
  4. Confirm delivery documentsAgree packing, identification and the applicable inspection records.

Testing, warranty terms and after-sales scope are to be agreed in the quotation and order documents for the selected configuration.

Product catalogue

Mingkong High & Low Voltage Switchgear Selection Guide · Updated 24 October 2026 · Chinese / English

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